Pitbull Track’s Copyright Clash Ends Quietly—Was I Feel Good Too Familiar?
Pitbull’s “I Feel Good” or stolen goods? Three pivotal notes sparked a copyright battle that ended in a hushed settlement. Musicians everywhere should be worried.
Category: Music Law and Regulations
Millions in Royalties at Stake as The Police Battle Sting Over ‘Every Breath You Take’
The Police clash with Sting over millions in “Every Breath You Take” royalties. Summers claims ownership of the iconic riff created in one improvised take. Former bandmates fight for creative justice.
Will the Supreme Court Let ISPs Kick Millions Offline Over Piracy?
The Supreme Court case that could leave millions without internet over a single pirated song. ISPs and music giants battle as $1 billion hangs in the balance. Your connection might depend on it.
How Sting’S £300m Payday Sparked a Royalty War With His Former Bandmates
Sting’s £300 million windfall ignited a fierce battle with former Police bandmates over royalty rights. His wealth flows while relationships crumble. Money tears apart legendary musicians.
Sony Battles Anonymous Bootleggers Over Fake Benson Boone Merch — Can the Courts Fix This?
Sony fights invisible enemies as bootleggers hijack Benson Boone’s American Heart tour with fake merch. Courts face the impossible task of prosecuting ghosts. Musicians’ livelihoods hang in the balance.
Jamendo Fights AI Giants Nvidia and Suno While Redefining Music Search With Bold New Tech
Jamendo sues tech giants Nvidia and Suno while debuting game-changing AI music search technology. They’re championing artist rights with revolutionary royalty structures that put creators first. AI should enhance creativity, not steal it.
Supreme Court Case Could Boot Millions Offline Over $1B Music Piracy Dispute
Internet freedom hangs in the balance as Supreme Court weighs $1B music piracy case. Your online access could vanish if Cox loses to Sony. The ruling will reshape digital rights forever.
Blur Drummer’s Royalty Fight Collapses as UK Tribunal Backs PRS in Publishing Power Battle
UK tribunal shuts down Blur drummer’s £200 million royalty lawsuit against PRS, ruling songwriters have no legal claim to “black box” royalties. This decision changes everything for 165,000 musicians.
Judge Blocks Fame Factor in Missy Elliott’s Explosive Songwriting Battle Over SISTA Tracks
Fame couldn’t tip the scales in Missy Elliott’s 7-year legal battle over songwriting credits for SISTA tracks. Their confidential settlement masks shocking lessons about copyright protection. The industry watches closely.
Anthropic’s Secret Pirate Book Deal May Hand UMG an Unexpected Legal Weapon
Anthropic’s secret book piracy scandal may give UMG devastating ammunition in copyright battles worth billions. The AI company faces multiple federal lawsuits as evidence mounts against them.